2001 Daihatsu U4 B vs. 1983 Toyota Crown

To start off, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Crown (176 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Crown weights approximately 680 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2001 Daihatsu U4 B is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1983 Toyota Crown (260 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Daihatsu U4 B 1983 Toyota Crown
Make Daihatsu Toyota
Model U4 B Crown
Year Released 2001 1983
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 660 cc 2954 cc
Engine Cylinders 3 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 62 HP 176 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 108 Nm 260 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 68 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 60.5 mm 91 mm
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 820 kg 1500 kg
Vehicle Length 3400 mm 4680 mm
Vehicle Width 1480 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1580 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2370 mm 2730 mm


 

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